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[Updated 1-25-23]
Hello from Oregon! I look forward to swapping with you. My rating is very important to me. Please let me know if you do not receive a swap or if I've failed to meet your expectations. I want to make it right.
Who am I? I am a Christian, a sinner saved by God's grace. My acceptance with God was purchased with His Son's sacrifice on the cross.
Oregon is my home. I've lived here all my life except for a few years in the San Francisco Bay area. Couldn't wait to return to Oregon. I'd prefer the Oregon coast, actually, but I'd miss all my friends here.
I've been retired since 2008. My DH passed in Oct 2014.
I have one very spoiled cat Tinkerbell. She will be 19 this spring (2023) She is my loving companion.
Before isolation, I enjoyed tag sales, thrift stores, and flea markets. Most of my days are now full of socializing on the computer and crafting. I enjoy making cards and collages.
Themes I enjoy
Birds, chickens, owls, cats, vintage toys & images are my fave images. I'm a child at heart, whimsical and playful, but not Disney. Love the 40s & 50s book pages.
My very favorite postcards to collect are dressed animals, animals or people with umbrellas. Not beach umbrellas, but the kind we use for Oregon rain.
I also collect unusual canceled postage stamps, and single swap playing cards (especially unusual jokers).
Wish List
Think handmade, vintage, part packages, gently used from your stash first. Other people's trash is my treasure.
I tend to prefer bold or muted colors over primary and pastel colors. I also like "unexpected" color combinations.
For flat surprises, I can use:
- Card making supplies (adhesives, brads, clusters, die cuts, etc.)
- Handmade or altered paper, painted, splatters, Geli plate prints, stamped on and textured papers (all sizes) I love paper!
- Swap cards
- Faith based stickers and stamped scriptures.
- Flat stickers, rather than 3D types
- Retro and Victorian pictures or phrases cut from books, magazines.
- Cartoons clipped from the Sunday Funnies or magazines. Anything that makes you laugh.
- Anything handmade by you.
- Vintage single playing cards (collect jokers and interesting pictures)
- Blank labels to use on decorated envelopes
- Pretty paper napkins for decoupage
CANNOT USE
I try to be thankful for any gift received, but some things just don't work for me due to my allergies: perfumes, soaps, lotions, candles, and some foods.
Tea and coffee samples are fine.
I don't celebrate Halloween.
I can enjoy most Victorian Steampunk, Gears, Owls, etc., but I do not care for the dark side of steampunk, skulls, death, etc.
Ratings
Response: TY for the heart rating. We have Jays that are shaped a bit like Cardinals but I've never seen a Cardinal even in my travels East many years ago.
Response: I'm so happy you enjoyed this swap. It really was fun for me too. The happy couple plans to live here for a few years while gaining a bigger nest egg for their forever home. This duplex has been a great safety net for the family over the years. TY for the nice rating and heart. I hope to swap again soon.
Response: I'm glad you had a good time and thank you for the heart rating.
Response: I'm glad the swaps arrived. I hope you are feeling better. TY for the heart rating.
Response: TY for joining the fun and for the heart rating.
Response: I'm happy you liked my envelope and swap contents. I look forward to more mail art swaps so I can use my stamp sets. TY for the heart rating.
Response: I'm glad you enjoyed the swap. Thank you for joining and giving the top rating with a heart. Enjoy the sunshine and spring flowers.
Response: I'm so happy the swap arrived in good condition and brightened your day. TY for being such a fun member of this group and for the heart rating.
Response: It makes me happy to hear you enjoyed the swap. Thank you for participating and giving such a nice rating with a heart. Have a purrfect day!
Response: Thank you for the heart rating. I'm glad you enjoyed the swap. I use the Stampin Up Stamparatus but would enjoy a small Misti too. I have a hard time finding good black ink. I have several large stamps and usually have to press two or three times to be satisfied.
Response: I'm glad you like the card and how fun you are using it right away. That is what is fun about this group. Each card cheers more than one person. TY for the heart rating.
Response: This was a fun swap. Thank you for the cheerful rating with a heart.
Response: That arrived quickly! I'm happy you enjoyed the swap. I watch for CC clearance. I've gotten some good deals, less than half off usually. TY for the heart rating. Happy Easter and spring!
Response: I'm happy you can use it. After I sent it I started worrying that it was more like a doll when you might be thinking realistic people images. You are very kind. TY for the nice rating with a heart.
Response: You are welcome. TY for the heart rating. : )
Response: You are very welcome. TY for the heart rating. God bless.
Response: Yeah! Glad it made it through the second time around. TY for the nice rating with heart. Happy crafting!
Response: I'm always a little surprised how quickly my swaps get to you. TY for the heart rating. Happy spring and Easter! God bless.
Response: You are welcome. TY for the heart and Bless you too friend. And, many more years of fellowship with CF group.
Comments
Thank you for the uhm mystery envelope. There’s were lots of stuff I could use and the linen postcards were great! 😀
Joan, what a sweetheart you are! Thank you so much for your lovely birthday wishes♥♥♥
Thank you so much for the beaufiful and amazing envie of goodies you hand-picked for me! You made my day. It was such a joy to recieve. Thank you again.
Marinda
Thank you! Thank you! For the wonderful RAK stamps I really appreciate it! Hugs!
Joan~ Thank you so much for the awesome envelopes you made for me!!! I LOVE the beautiful paper you chose! And including coordinating paper for card backgrounds was such a nice touch! I always love seeing your name in my mailbox! ❤️
January RAKs ONLY- USA.
Hey there. I ran across some lovely cards you sent my Mother when she was diagnosed. Just wanted to take a moment and say what a blessing it was to her . Thanks bunches.
Have a blessed weekend!🌺
Happy belated Birthday!🎂
Happy New Year! God's blessings to you in abundant ways for this new year.
Happy New Year Joan!!
Hugs and blessings
Tina